Author: Iskra Banović

The famous neighborhood of New York City has, since the ’70s and ’80s, evolved into one of the city’s prime shopping districts. Even though SoHo (South of Houston Street) still features galleries, the area is matching the luxury boutiques with independent-designer outposts that give the are its famous character. Here’s your guide to what’s new in SoHo retail—including holiday pop-ups—and noteworthy permanent retailers. When all that shopping becomes exhausting, visit one of the restaurants or bars on the list for a well-deserved break. Pop-Ups Bershka Pop Up (opened October 2017) – Zara’s more affordable sister brand. 580 Broadway.Shinola (opened June 2017) – Luxury…

Are you thinking of becoming a tattoo artist? Tattooing is a great way to express yourself and make a living doing something you love. But it’s not as easy as just picking up a needle and starting to tattoo people. There are important things you need to know before becoming a tattoo artist. In this article, we will discuss the basics of tattooing and what you need to do to start your career in this exciting industry. Also, check out Ink-Match — a tattoo service where you can find information about everything related to tattoos. What you need to start…

Food cravings are an urgent and often very intense desire for a specific food. They can have both mental and physical causes, and they’re incredibly common. Practically everyone has them at one point or another. Instead of trying to ignore your food cravings – which can only cause added stress – try to uncover their underlying cause and adapt your lifestyle to eliminate them completely. Here’s what you need to know: Common Causes of Food Cravings One of the most common causes of food cravings is an imbalance in your leptin and ghrelin levels. These are your hunger and fullness…

Is gender normative underwear basically a mental chastity belt? Have you ever thought to yourself, “GOD, I wish granny panties were OK to wear? They sure are comfortable, and really, who cares about being feminine?” The problem is, we’re rigorously trained to look good, be constantly appealing, and play our gender. You might not agree with that mode of thinking, which is why the creators of PLAY OUT created a line of underwear, especially for you. PLAY OUT is a line of boxer-brief-style and trunk-style underwear that is comfortable, aesthetically pleasing, and . . . gender-neutral! Dissolving all ideas of gender-specific sexiness or body…

There’s no need to spend money at a sketchy salon when you can give yourself a perfect manicure at home for basically free. If you’ve been on the Internet in the past week, you probably saw “The Price of Nice Nails,” the New York Times’ astounding expose on the workers’ rights violations rampant in the nail salon industry. It revealed that the industry surrounding Americans’ nice nails is rife with exploited, underpaid workers who are exposed to ingredients that have been linked to cancer, miscarriage, birth defects, and other health problems. It was a shocking report and essential reading to anyone who gets her nails…

What did you wear to prom? Did you go for a full ballgown, or did you keep it short and sweet? Or did you blow the whole thing off? We want to know! Ah, prom dress shopping. It was the best of times; it was the worst of times. Actually, for me, it was a super laid-back time. I stumbled upon my prom dress while I was out of town visiting a friend who’d moved away for college. It was October of my senior year, so it was pretty early to buy a prom dress, but you know what they…

Attending a dozen weddings this summer? These affordable plus-size summer dresses will help your wallet survive the wedding season. Well, my friends, whether we’re ready or not, wedding season is officially upon us. If you’re stuck going, If you’ve been invited to several weddings this summer, then you know better than anyone just how much money it costs to be a wedding guest. You’ve got to buy gifts for the engagement party, shower, and wedding, not to mention the money that you’ll spend on wedding-appropriate shoes and dresses. If you’re a plus-size babe, you know that it can be really…

Australia is known for so many wonderful things. In the fashion industry, Australia also holds the honor of being a country that does swimwear in its own way. If you’re a major swimwear fan, you may have already experienced seeing one swimwear style, then later on exploding across all brands after some time. Then, there’s also the question of whether or not you’re using good, sustainable swimwear. When it comes to your swimwear, you have to think of something that lasts. It’s not a fashion piece you wear every day, so you’ll want to invest in a few ones. They…

Your skin is subjected to a great deal of stress, sun, and pollutants every day, and this affects your skin’s elasticity and firmness. While day creams protect your skin against UV rays and pollution, night creams help repair skin damage and reverse the signs of aging. Night creams deeply nourish your skin and are particularly effective for dry, chapped skin, as well as skin that has been damaged by excessive sun exposure or winter dryness. They also contain anti-aging ingredients that can help prevent and reduce pigmentation, dark spots, wrinkles, and fine lines. Applying a good night cream after oil…

Home design is more important to many of us than ever before in the wake of a global pandemic. We’ve sheltered at home, now it’s time to upgrade our spaces. However, creating a cohesive interior design isn’t an easy feat. Fortunately, trending designs can be cheap, sustainable, and efficient. All it takes are a few good ideas to get started. If you’re searching for inspiration, these six design trends are worth trying. 1. Minimalism One of the most important trends of the modern era is minimalism. Minimalism consists of a less-is-more design approach that focuses on sleek angles, open spaces,…

I layered two different perfumes together, and now I can’t go anywhere without people stopping me to ask what I’m wearing. When it comes to perfume, I’ve always been a one-at-a-time-and-you’ll-do-just-fine kind of girl. The idea of layering fragrances never even crossed my mind until a few weeks ago when I was standing in line at Starbucks and couldn’t get over how incredible the woman behind me smelled. While we were waiting for our drinks, I worked up the courage to ask her what she was wearing. “Oh, it’s two different perfumes, actually,” she said. “I always layer fragrances. I’m…

A year ago, I fell down the chic, beautiful, alchemical rabbit hole that is fragrance. By chance, I was contacted by a fragrance developer whose PR team liked my poetry. They asked if I would work with them to develop a world of language around a fragrance launch. This copywriting experience led me to question: what is it that keeps me browsing in the Sephora fragrance section for hours, spritzing my hands and gazing romantically at each and every box? (Related: How To Choose The Best Perfume For Your Horoscope Sign) If you’re reading this, we’re probably very similar people: I had…